Tries from Pierre Schoeman, Ewan Ashman, Boan Venter and the trusty boot of Dan Healey saw the visitors move to eighth place in the United Rugby Championship table after the Ospreys lost in South Africa.
Rhys Carre was the only Blue and Black to cross over as he played his final game at Cardiff Arms Park.
After continuous pressure on the hosts line, Schoeman powered his way over on the 27-minute mark to break the deadlock.
The hosts on the other hand had a heavy blow later on in the first half as Ellis Jenkins was taken off for a HIA (Head Injury Assessment) which ultimately brought to an end his final appearance at the Cardiff Arms Park.
HT: Cardiff 0-7 Edinburgh
Scotland international Duhan van der Merwe was sent off for ten minutes after a high tackle on Theo Cabango.
With the extra player advantage, loose-head Rhys Carre powered his way over for his eighth of the season as he also said his farewells to the Arms Park.
Heading into the final quarter, the visitors seemingly took control of the encounter and after a driving maul Ewan Ashman crossed over to put his side back in front.
Before the visitors third try of the afternoon, outside-half Healey added an extra three points as replacement Boan Venter’s scored on the 76-minute mark.
Cardiff now travel to South Africa to face the Lions and the Sharks before heading to the Cardiff City Stadium to face the Ospreys on June 1st.
FT: Cardiff 7-24 Edinburgh
Words By Harry Tovey
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